Image Credit: Amelia Read• 19th Berwick Film & Media Arts Festival • 2024

We want everyone to feel welcome at the Festival.

If cost is a barrier, we offer a limited number of free or reduced tickets. Whether you’re on a low income, part of a local group, or connected to our year-round programme, there may be a pass or discount available for you. Please note that for 2026 we have limited capacity across all screenings and we may not be able to accommodate all requests for concession tickets as we have allocated a set number to each group below. You can read more about the structure and format of the upcoming Festival here.

If you fall into one of the categories below — or you’re unsure and want to ask — please don’t hesitate to get in touch at info@bfmaf.org. All enquiries are handled with care and in confidence.

Low or No Income

If you’re facing financial difficulties and cannot afford to purchase a Pass, email us and we’ll do our best to provide a free Festival Pass or Day Pass.

Community Groups

If you’re part of a local organisation working in the arts, culture, or third sector in Northumberland, we may be able to offer:

• A free Festival Pass or Day Pass
• Free tickets to select screenings

We can connect you with our Public Programmer, Dawn Bothwell, who will be happy to share more details. Just email info@bfmaf.org.

After School Club Families

If your child or dependent has taken part in one of our BFMAF After School Clubs this year, we can offer:

• A free Festival Pass or Day Pass
• Discount codes for select screenings

Please email info@bfmaf.org for more information.

Support Staff and Personal Assistants

If you have purchased a Relaxed Pass and require support staff over your visit, we have free passes available to enable them to join you.

Please email info@bfmaf.org for more information.